Model year guide

1992 Saab 900

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Saab 900 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1992 Saab 900 — representative photo
Representative photo

1992 Saab 900 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints24
Combined19–21 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1992 Saab 900 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1992 Saab 900.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1992 Saab 900 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

1992 Saab 900 MPG & running costs

Combined19–21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,413
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd or Manual 5-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume22 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,063 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1992 Saab 900 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,065
Fuel only$17,065
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
184.3–184.6 in
Width
66.5 in
Height
55.1–55.9 in
Wheelbase
99.2 in
Curb weight
2,756–3,009 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1992 Saab 900 — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 1

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

INFORMATION ON INSTALLING LARGER FUEL SYSTEM NON-RETURN VALVES. *TT

Bulletin 234 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 1997

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 900. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Saab 900

The Saab 900 is a compact car respectively mid-sized automobile produced by Swedish manufacturer Saab from 1978 until 1998 in two generations: the first from 1978 to 1993, and the second from 1993 to 1998.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1992 Saab 900 vehicles on record

1992 Saab 900 1992 Saab 900YS3AD76L2N7004156 1992 Saab 900 1992 Saab 900YS3AC76D9M7016329

Other Saab 900 model years

2001 1998 1997 1996 1995 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981

1992 Saab 900 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1992 Saab 900 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1992 Saab 900. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Saab 900?

Across all 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine and engine cooling, tires.

What gas mileage does the 1992 Saab 900 get?

The 1992 Saab 900 has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.